
What is Philosophy of Religion?
Charles Taliaferro(Author)
Polity Press
1st Edition
Published on 7. December 2018
Book
Paperback/Softback
160 pages
978-1-5095-2955-1 (ISBN)
Description
An important part of philosophy is concerned with religious questions. What is the meaning of life, and how might religious faith or doubt impact such meaning? What is the evidence for the existence of God? Is evidence essential for religious faith? What is the relationship between science and religion? What is the relationship between religions? How can or should one assess virtues and vices, right and wrong, from a religious versus a secular point of view?
In this beginner's guide, Charles Taliaferro addresses these and other important questions involved in philosophy of religion. He challenges the negative, often complacent attitudes towards religion as being dangerous or merely superstitious, arguing instead for a healthy pluralism and respect between persons of faith and secular inquirers.
What is Philosophy of Religion? takes a practical, question-based approach to the subject, inviting the reader to engage with this exciting area of philosophy in a down-to-earth way.
In this beginner's guide, Charles Taliaferro addresses these and other important questions involved in philosophy of religion. He challenges the negative, often complacent attitudes towards religion as being dangerous or merely superstitious, arguing instead for a healthy pluralism and respect between persons of faith and secular inquirers.
What is Philosophy of Religion? takes a practical, question-based approach to the subject, inviting the reader to engage with this exciting area of philosophy in a down-to-earth way.
Reviews / Votes
"Professor Taliaferro has produced a lively, profound, and lucid introduction to the philosophy of religion. It is a delight to read!"Fiona Ellis, Heythrop College, University of London
"Any student considering whether to embark on the philosophy of religion will find a wealth of stimulus and guidance in this enthusiastic and engagingly written invitation to the subject."
John Cottingham, University of Reading
"A very engaging, well structured and well written introduction to the main topics of the discipline."
Adriano Fabris, Reading Religion
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Language
English
Place of publication
Oxford
United Kingdom
Publishing group
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 138 mm
Width: 216 mm
Thickness: 11 mm
Weight
198 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-5095-2955-1 (9781509529551)
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Charles Taliaferro is Professor of Philosophy at St. Olaf College.
Content
Acknowledgments
Introduction
1. Philosophy of Religion and Science
2. Philosophy of Religion and the Meaning of Life
3. Divine Attributes
4. Faith and Evidence
5. Problems of Evil and Good
6. Love and the Limits of the World
7. Getting involved in Philosophy of Religion today
References
Introduction
1. Philosophy of Religion and Science
2. Philosophy of Religion and the Meaning of Life
3. Divine Attributes
4. Faith and Evidence
5. Problems of Evil and Good
6. Love and the Limits of the World
7. Getting involved in Philosophy of Religion today
References